40 years ago August 17, 1986: Art 249 extended to J&K
The article title indicates a historical event from August 17, 1986, concerning the extension of Article 249 of the Indian Constitution to Jammu & Kashmir. This article grants the Parliament the power to legislate on a matter in the State List if the Rajya Sabha declares it necessary or expedient in the national interest.
The article title indicates a historical event from August 17, 1986, concerning the extension of Article 249 of the Indian Constitution to Jammu & Kashmir. This article grants the Parliament the power to legislate on a matter in the State List if the Rajya Sabha declares it necessary or expedient in the national interest.
Exam linkage
GS Paper II - Indian Polity - Indian Constitution - Historical underpinnings, evolution, features, amendments, significant provisions and basic structure. Functions and responsibilities of the Union and the States, issues and challenges pertaining to the federal structure, devolution of powers and finances up to local levels and challenges therein.
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